Sally Abbott

Associate Director

Sally was Regional Director of Arts Council England for the South East and has an in depth knowledge of the commercial and subsidised gallery, museums and performing arts sectors. Sally has recently completed a strategic development assignment at Brighton Dome and Festival, designing and supporting strategic planning and business change between Brighton Pavilion Museum and Brighton Dome. She is currently Director of Arts and Culture at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Sally has significant experience in advising and developing museums, artists, cultural organisations, festivals and galleries. Substantial financial management experience is backed up with extensive knowledge and practical experience of governance and business modelling, specialising in organisational development, change management and growth.